Mohammad Yousuf replaces Younis Khan as Captain
Published:Wednesday | November 11, 2009 | 1:04 PM
Middle-order batsman Mohammad Yousuf has replaced Younis Khan as Pakistan Captain for the Test series against New Zealand.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Younis Khan has requested a break from international cricket and will skip the series against New Zealand.
After rejecting his resignation last month, the PCB appointed Younis as Captain through the 2011 World Cup, provided he remains fit and in form.
Pakistan lost a limited-overs series to New Zealand 2-1 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Monday, sparking criticism of Younis before the 3-test series begins in New Zealand later this month.
Former test cricketers had questioned Younis\' leadership qualities as Pakistan surprisingly left out Yousuf from the series decider against New Zealand in Abu Dhabi.
There were also reports of rift between Younis and some of the senior players soon after Pakistan lost in the semifinals of the Champions Trophy, which was also against New Zealand, last month.